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June 9, 2025

‘Lilo & Stitch’ cruises to top box office spot again

By By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer 

In the box office showdown between a deadly assassin and a chaotic CG alien, “Lilo & Stitch” still had the edge. The Disney juggernaut celebrated a third weekend at the top of the charts, while the John Wick spinoff “Ballerina” did not jeté as high as expected.

Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday In Belle Vernon
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Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday In Belle Vernon
July 6, 2026
“Let Freedom Ring in Belle Vernon” was celebrated Friday and Saturday at Veterans Memorial Park. The event was part of the nationwide America250 observance and was organized by Council Vice President ...
Holiday storms create havoc in Valley
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Holiday storms create havoc in Valley
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
July 6, 2026
They affected celebration plans, knocked out power for thousands and left a long path of damage. While fireworks lit up the skies across the Mon Valley Saturday night, Mother Nature put on a far more ...
Bartolotta challenger files lawsuit related to election
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Bartolotta challenger files lawsuit related to election
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
July 6, 2026
Washington County Commissioners Nick Sherman and Electra Janis are among those named in the legal action. The controversy surrounding Al Buchtan’s residency and voter registration during this year’s R...
Monessen flags vandalized
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Monessen flags vandalized
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
July 6, 2026
The patriotic display along Schoonmaker Avenue is a tradition in the city. For generations, rows of American flags lining Schoonmaker Avenue have served as a symbol of patriotism and community pride i...
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Time capsule
July 6, 2026
Time capsule West Newton dug up the capsule from 1976 as part of its July 4 celebration. A3